India Under-19 prodigy Ayush Mhatre has etched his name into the history books by becoming the youngest cricketer ever to score 150 or more runs in a List A match. The incredible feat came during the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 in a match between Mumbai and Nagaland.
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Ayush Mhatre’s Record-Breaking Knock
At just 17 years and 168 days, Ayush Mhatre shattered the previous record held by fellow Mumbai batter Yashasvi Jaiswal. Mhatre played a stunning innings of 181 off 117 balls, achieving a strike rate of 154.70. His knock featured 15 fours and 11 sixes, showcasing a perfect blend of aggression and composure.
This extraordinary performance solidifies Mhatre’s reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in Indian cricket, especially following his stellar show in the Under-19 Asia Cup, where India finished as runners-up to Bangladesh.
Breaking Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Record
Mhatre surpassed the record previously held by Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had scored 150+ runs at the age of 17 years and 291 days. Jaiswal’s record-breaking innings was a memorable 203 off 154 balls in the 2019 Vijay Hazare Trophy against Jharkhand, which included 17 fours and 12 sixes.
Both Mhatre and Jaiswal, representing Mumbai, have become symbols of the city’s unparalleled ability to produce world-class batting talent.
Youngest Players to Score 150+ in List A Cricket
Player | Team | Age | Score | Year |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ayush Mhatre | Mumbai | 17 years, 168 days | 181 (117) | 2024 |
Yashasvi Jaiswal | Mumbai | 17 years, 291 days | 203 (154) | 2019 |
Robin Uthappa | Karnataka | 19 years, 63 days | 150+ | 2004 |
Mumbai’s Emerging Batting Legacy
Mumbai cricket continues to nurture phenomenal young talents, with Mhatre’s name now added to an illustrious list of batters who have made headlines on the big stage. As Mhatre progresses in his career, fans and selectors will keenly watch how this young sensation shapes his future in Indian cricket.
This record-breaking knock not only cements Ayush Mhatre’s place in cricket history but also raises expectations for what’s next for this young star.